Lubanzi ‘Anomalous’ Carbonic Pinotage

$30 | Bottle

2025 Vintage

A high-altitude Pinotage from the rugged Citrusdalberg vineyards in the olifants river valley, where mountain air brings freshness and slow, even ripening. Carbonic fermentation favors brightness over weight, creating a juicy, vibrant wine closer in spirit to Beaujolais than tradition.

The label's praying mantis, a Khoi San symbol of transformation, mirrors the shapeshifting nature of this Pinotage.

Only 110 cases made.

Origin: W.O. Citrusdalberg

Components: 100% Pinotage

Specs: 12.0% Alc., minimal sulfur, organic grapes

Soil/Climate: High Altitude, decomposed granite & shale / dry, unirrigated bush vines

Tasting Notes: Carbonic fermentation favors brightness over weight, creating a juicy, vibrant wine closer in spirit to Beaujolais than tradition. A nose and pallet filled with Raspberries and Citrus

The story behind the label

Paying homage to South Africa’s long & unique Jazz history, the bottle features the album cover art of the acclaimed South African jazz album Indaba Is. Recorded in 2021 and released by London based indie label Brownswood Recording, Indaba Is is a vibrant, electic showcase of contemporary South African Jazz. Curated by pianist and songwriter Thandi Ntuli and The Brother Moves On’s Siyabonga Mthembu, Indaba Is, is an album etched with the energies of 52 musicians that together capture the breadth, diversity and history of South African jazz.

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